siphonophore

noun

Meaning

A colonial marine organism composed of many specialized individual units called zooids that function together as a single, unified entity.

Examples

The giant siphonophore observed in the deep sea stretched over 100 feet in length.
Each zooid within the siphonophore has a specific role, such as feeding, swimming, or reproduction.

Synonyms: colony, cnidarian

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siphonophore

noun

Pronunciation: ˈsaɪfənəˌfɔːr

Definition

A colonial marine organism composed of many specialized individual units called zooids that function together as a single, unified entity.

Examples

The giant siphonophore observed in the deep sea stretched over 100 feet in length.
Each zooid within the siphonophore has a specific role, such as feeding, swimming, or reproduction.
Researchers were surprised to find a rare species of siphonophore thriving in the cold, dark waters of the trench.

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